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R164 VFR

1999 Honda VFR800 Fi

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,548 mi
Last recorded30,548 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi27,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800 Fi
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 30,548 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 30,311 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 30,283 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 29,882 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 28,933 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 28,284 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,643 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 27,558 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 26,244 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 26,061 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 26,051 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 25,916 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 25,905 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,493 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 22,566 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 22,566 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2009 22,426 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2008 19,468 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2008 19,468 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 17,410 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 15,756 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800 Fi?

Based on 104,414 MOT tests across 7,693 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
911
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,468
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 735
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 545
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 419
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R164 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi in Red with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 27,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 Fi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R164 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 Fi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Honda VFR800 Fi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R164 VFR registered?

R164 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR800 Fi, first registered on 5 June 1999.

Is R164 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 VFR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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